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Date Posted: 12:08:53 01/28/03 Tue
Hi everyone:
I'm a published poet and short story writer. My first novel "The Carrot and The Mule," has recently been published. It is based on my work in the NY DA's office Sex Crimes and Domestic Violence Bureau's.
The Carrot and the Mule is a psychological thriller, heartbreaking romance and moral tale all in one. It is a member of the "Contemporary Fiction" genre but has elements of mystery and romance as well.
It is available on all major online bookstores and by order at all major bookstores. I have done signings at B.Daltons and Barnes and Nobles in New York city and North Carolina. Below is a list of upcoming events
1) Join local author Joseph Foti
on Tuesday, February 11th 2003 from 7:30-.8:30pm
for a discussion and signing of his highly praised novel "The Carrot and The Mule"
at Barnes and Nobles Bookstore
2235 Richmond Ave, Staten Island, NY 10314.
For More information visit his website at www.hometown.aol.com/jfotibooks
2) Novelist Joseph Foti
Will be teaching a mini seminar on the does and don'ts of writing your first novel and getting it published and doing a book signing for his novel "The Carrot and The Mule," on Thursday, March 27th, 2003 from 2:20-4:00pm at St. Francis College, 180 Remsen Street in Brooklyn-Heights, NY.
For more information see his website at www.hometown.aol.com/jfotibooks"
3) Novelist Joseph Foti
will be reading from well reviewed novel "The Carrot and The Mule,"
on Saturday, February 22 from 7pm-9pm
At Book Value Bookstore, 3318 Broadway,
Astoria, NY. For more information including review, interviews and more upcoming events visit his website at www.hometown.aol.com/jfotibooks
4) Local Novelist Joseph Foti's book "The Carrot and the Mule" is currently available at B. Dalton's in The Staten Island Mall. For more info. visit website www.hometown.aol.com/jfotibooks
My book has been reviewd by the brooklyn Eagle. Below is a review someone posted at Book crossings.
"There was never a dull moment in this book. I couldn't put it down. I found it short, sweet, and to the point (no pun intended, readers will know what I mean).Even though you don't know the main character's age or race, you'll still see someone you know in their behaviors. In a world of superficial images and "men behind the masks," it is refreshing to see someone (the author) unveiling the dark nature of man's heart. I was especially intrigued by the chapter entitled "Dolls." In it we see the phase "out of the mouths of babes" come to life. Childlike innocence once again shines a light on simple moral values our parents taught us from birth. The Carrot and the Mule challenges the reader to look at his or her own choices in life. I would recommend this book to lovers of tales of unrequited love, stories about our inner struggles with the war between human and divine nature, and just a good old-fashioned murder mystery. I plan to leave it in my school (NCSU) library. Happy Reading!!!
by bluezephyrsouth (1/1) from Raleigh, North Carolina USA"
For more information you can go to my webpage. www.hometown.aol.com/jfotibooks
There is information on booksignings and readings I am doing and more opinions on my book. The above review was also posted online at barnes and nobles and there is information online at amazon. I have also received a good review from denise's pieces reviews. See below
"The Carrot and the Mule
Joseph Anthony Foti
PublishAmerica - 2002
ISBN: 1-59129-757-5
124 pps.
Reviewed by Denise M. Clark 12/02
This striking tale of determination, personal growth and an emotional journey through love and loss opens with startling action and intense emotion. Roger Williams was an abused child, but one determined to rise above his circumstances and succeed in life. At a very young age, he gets a job as a box boy, which he keeps until he turns eighteen. From there, he enters the university, where he earns his degree and ultimately decides to go to law school, where he meets the love of his life, Sara. Rather skeptical of his good fortune of late, Roger wonders if his newfound happiness is merely a symbolic carrot dangled before him, ever expecting it to be snatched away the moment he reaches for it. And while Roger's life is by no means a picnic, he realizes it's up to him to reap the fruits of his labor whenever possible. Personal struggles and pain accompany him on his journey into adulthood, and he must struggle with periods of betrayal and disappointment before he finds his true self. A fast paced and easy read, The Carrot and the Mule is a well-written first novel by author Foti, a published poet. Resonating with faith, determination and a seemingly unachievable goal, his main character emerges from a symbolic trial by fire to a maturity and understanding of what he stands for in life, despite the sacrifices he's had to make along the way. An entertaining read, and a satisfying one."
In closing I hope those of you looking for a good story check it out.
Joseph Foti
The Carrot and The Mule
www.hometown.aol.com/jfotibooks
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